frustrate
verb (used with object)
to make (plans, efforts, etc.) worthless or of no avail; defeat; nullify.
frustrating
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present participleof frustrate.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Smesko also pushed to rebuild Reese’s stroke, a frustrating and slow process, and it’s starting to pay off.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2026
Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel didn’t shy away from discussing his job security Thursday amid a frustrating 0-5 start to the season.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 15, 2026
If I was only performing other people’s words, I’d find that frustrating, I think.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 13, 2026
Walsh said their hesitancy in front of goal was "frustrating" and they know there is work to do in the second leg.
From BBC ● Oct. 12, 2026
While normally frustrating Elliot was one of my favorite pastimes, today it just made me feel stupid.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
